ABOUT PRODUCT SW412
The SWFA SW412 Modernization Program is the U.S. Military UH-1N/412 basic airframe to original military specifications and standards, provides a complete rewire, updates the avionics and offers a comprehensive selection of mission specific kits and customization. So whether your mission is troop transport into high altitudes, medical evacuation in hot conditions, SAR, or transport to and from remote bases, choose the SWFA SW412.
13-15 PAX
140 KTS
529 NM
Features
FAA/CAA APPROVED UPGRADE
SW412 is further upgraded with powerful Pratt & Whitney PT6T-9 engines. The engines have a 15% increase in shaft horsepower and a digital electronic engine control (EEC). Takeoff capability is improved by up to 600+ lbs. Pratt & Whitney engine upgrade package increases shaft horsepower from 2 X 900 shp/2X 671 kW to 2 X 1,122 shp/2 X 828 kW. This certified upgrade extends the TBO from 3500 hrs to 4000 hrs, providing significant maintenance cost savings. In addition, VIP seating with leather coverings.
DIRECT MAINTENANCE COSTS LOWERED
Compared to the standard U.S. Military UH-1N, the SW412 decreases your direct maintenance costs in excess of 15% while increasing your operational readiness rates. The utilization of 412 components enhances parts availability. Compared to the U.S. Military UH-1N, service life improvement for most components (main rotor mast, hub assembly, engine transmission, gearboxes, rotor blades, etc.) is improved.
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL INTERIOR
The multi-mission capable interior of the SW412 has seating for 14 passengers with one pilot in high density seating. Four large cabin windows enable ample visibility during SAR missions. Cabin doors may be pinned open to extend viewing capability and provide excellent access during hoist operations. The cabin’s large, flat floor has multiple structural fittings and hard points for flexible seating arrangements and attachment of equipment to meet your multi-mission needs.
FLEXIBLE
A wide array of kits and customizing can be added to the SW412 to suit your specific mission needs, whether you fly transport, cargo, air ambulance, fire suppression, or parapublic operations. Standard equipment includes a wire-strike protection system, new fuel cells, inlet barrier filter and NVG compatibility. Other options include cargo hook, hoisting options with internal and external capability, and armor options.
ENHANCED SAFETY FEATURES
Designed and built with safety in mind, the SW412 is equipped with a variety of safety features including: proven reliable engines, transmission with chip detection and debris collection, superb autorotation, rollover bulkheads, new rupture-resistant fuel cells, wire-strike protection, push-out passenger windows, and quick release jettisonable crew doors.
SEARCH AND RESCUE
For search and rescue missions, the SWFA SW412 provides a stable hover platform with excellent fore & aft center of gravity tolerance and lateral stability. Large 7.7 ft/2.3 m wide door openings enable easy cabin access and room to maneuver for hoist operations. Twin-engine fuel efficiency allows for greater search time and range. Optional auxiliary fuel tanks increase the standard search range capability. When you need to search, look no further than the SW412.
PARAPUBLIC
The SWFA SW412 was built for the parapublic mission. With special operational equipment available, the aircraft can be configured to meet your mission needs: command & control, patrol, firefighting and tactical insertion/extraction. The fuselage features multiple structural fittings and hard points, two swing-out jettisonable crew doors and two aft cabin sliding doors with two emergency exit panels on each door. The sliding doors latch open for in-flight operations. Two swing-out doors allow extended access to aft cabin. These features keep the team safe so that they can keep the public safe.
AIR AMBULANCE
The SWFA SW412 was built on a strong history in emergency life-threatening situations. The cabin sliding door and panel door on each side of the fuselage provide unobstructed openings 7.7 ft wide by 4.1 ft high (2.3 m wide by 1.24 m high). Its cabin can carry up to 6 litters. The wire-strike protection system is designed to offer a proven measure of protection against horizontally strung mechanical, electrical and communication wires and cables. When you are the help on the way, the SW412 provides greater capacity enabling faster mission accomplishment.
TROOP TRANSPORT AND INSERTION
Look no further than the SWFA SW412 for troop transport needs. With aft cabin seating for 14 passengers in high density seating, the SWFA SW412 works as diligently and reliably as the troops do. This medium lift helicopter has a large flat, reconfigurable floor area for multi-mission cargo needs. Multiple structural fittings and hard points allow for flexibility in seating arrangements and attachment of equipment to meet transport and cargo operations. The SWFA SW412 has the space and the lifting capacity to get the job done.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Increased shaft horsepower to 2 X 1,122 shp/2 X 928 kW with the Twin Pratt & Whitney converted engine upgrade package providing increased lifting capabilities
- Complete 412 drive system
- Complete aircraft rewire
- Optional high density seating for up to 14 passengers
- Large sliding side doors for easy loading and unloading of patients, personnel or cargo
- 4,500 lbs./2,041 kg cargo lifting capability and a useful load of 4,829 lbs./2,190 kg
- Only FAA/CAA approved U.S. Military UH-1N/412 modification with full support after the sale
- Single-pilot IFR capability with 3-axis or optional 4-axis stability and control augmentation and coupled flight director capability
- Twenty percent reduction in direct maintenance costs over U.S. Military UH-1N
- All new life limited parts along with complete refurbished
- and upgraded airframe
- Customized to fit your mission
- New, FAA-PMA, or STC’d windscreens, fuel cells, landing gear and inlet barrier filter standard
- Can accommodate a wide variety of avionic suites
- Multiple crew positions and litter configurations
AVAILABLE KITS
The SW412 has a wide assortment of available optional kits, including:
- Full Glass cockpit solutions
- Hour meter indicator
- Fuel flow meter indicator
- FLIR
- Wulfsberg Flexcomm RT 5000 transceiver
- TETRA radio (Teltronic MDT-400)
- 3-place litter
- 5-place rear facing seat
- Fast Rope Insertion/Extraction System (FRIES)
- Window Guard & Crew Door Struts
- Space Doors
- Bambi bucket
- Simplex Fire Tank System
- BF Goodrich 600 lbs. external hoist
- High skid gear with flight steps
- LifePort cabin/cockpit floor and side armor
- LifePort engine armor
- LifePort nose section armor
- On Board Systems cargo hook kit
- Rotor brake equipment
- Cabin/Wall Protectors
- N1/N2 Cycle Counter
- Fast-Fin and Strakes
- 53 Amp Battery System
INNOVATION OF THE LEGENDARY UH-1N
The SW412 has proven to be a smart, cost-efficient solution. It can carry up to 14 fully out fitted tactical team members with 2 pilots, without the need for external platforms. Emergency response teams also appreciate the exceptional cabin volume and ample power of the SW412, facilitating a wide range of search and rescue, disaster response, special operations and fire fighting missions. As compared to the U.S. Military UH-1N, hover ceiling increases on a standard day. In addition, payload is a maximum internal gross weight of 12,200 lbs./5,534 kg. and 13,000 lbs./5,897 kg. external gross weight. The direct maintenance costs of the SW412 offers a 20% savings over the U.S. Military UH-1N, delivering excellent lift capability with twin-engine economics.
EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SUPPORT AND TRAINING
One of the advantages of operating a SWFA SW412 helicopter is the excellent support and service that comes with it. SWFA is committed to providing you with the best products backed by the best service in the industry, with a significant parts inventory, plus training and technical personnel ready to answer your questions and provide the support you need in the field. To further complement our support, a comprehensive set of pilot and maintainer courses are available through the effective SWFA Training Academy (SWFATA). Maintainers will have the advantage of learning on an actual SW412, ensuring a relevant and effective training experience. Pilots will appreciate a suite of customized course materials, complemented by a sophisticated flight training device, and concluding with flight instruction in your aircraft. The SWFA Training Academy also understands that the right training is just as important as comprehensive training, so your instruction can be custom tailored to meet your specific goals and training requirements.